Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1⁄4 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes (vary according your taste for spice)
- 1 pound shelled and deveined shrimp
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 dash fresh black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Method
Step 1
Create the Zoodles using a spiralizer following manufacturer directions. Set aside.
Step 2
Place a large sauté pan over medium-low heat and add the olive oil. Heat for 1 minute.
Step 3
Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Step 4
Add the shrimp and cook about 3 minutes or until all sides turn pink, , stirring as needed. Season the shrimp with the salt and pepper.
Step 5
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked shrimp to a bowl, leaving any liquid in the pan.
Step 6
Add the Zoodles and lemon juice to the sauté pan and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
Add the shrimp back into the pan and toss with the Zoodles. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information
Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 350, Fat 16 g, saturated Fat 3 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 47 g, carbohydrate 2 g, Sodium 722 mg
